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Project Rook

Welcome to the Project Rook podcast! I’m just here to challenge you to eat & think well. Nah, I lied. I’m also here to call you on your bs, remind you of some uncomfortable truths, AND light a fire under your ass. First you get mad, then you get better :)
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Episodes

PR 67: Saturdays, Consciousness & Pastor Pork Chop

Saturdays, Consciousness and Pastor Pork Chop? Ha, what a combination! I know people hate the correlation between health and church BUT it is an important one we can't afford to overlook. Even if you don't want to admit it, I'm sure you have noticed the shift in mass consciousness that's taking place. If you haven't I challenge you to look at your Saturdays and "Pastor Pork Chop" just a little bit differently.

Sep 24, 201745 min

PR66: Are Hoteps Bad For Black Folks Health?

So what's the real deal with the Hoteps? Are they helping or hurting? Uniting or dividing? We've seen them mocked, ridiculed and dismissed by many of our mainstream black favorites but how do we break this thing down to see who is actually contributing to the health and wellness of the black community and who is promoting more pain and discord in the mind and body of the people? ---- www.hotepnation.com

Sep 13, 201738 min

PR65: 3 Signs Religious Thinking Is Hindering Your Health Progress

How do you know when your approach to health has gone down the religious highway to ? You know that place where you, often unintentionally, become a slave to your beliefs. Where you thought you were thinking and making decisions for yourself but actually you'd only been implementing the belief systems of others. There is no greater hindrance to your health progress than believing that anyone or anything has more power and influence over your journey than you and your own divine wisdom....

Aug 31, 201732 min

PR64: How To Know When It’s Time To Stop A Cleanse

All month I've been promoting the #30DayFruitChallenge and now I think it's time to share what's been going on with me during this process. More importantly, I must share why I decided to end the cleanse early and what are some key things you must remember as you're cleansing and walking your own health journey.

Aug 23, 201756 min

PR63: Your Health Journey Is Not About Following Others

It's Day 16 of the #30DayFruitChallenge and there have been a few changes I've made as my body goes through this process of cleansing. I also want to clarify [11:00] that despite me sharing my journey, what it is I believe and what it is I'm doing the goal here is not for you to follow me or anyone else. We can all act as guides, motivators, even inspirators to others but ultimately your health and wellness journey is about you. Reconnecting with your divine guide inside. www.30DayFruitChallenge...

Aug 16, 201737 min

PR62: #30DayFruitChallenge Update

It's day 9 of the the #30DayFruitChallenge and there have been some major changes in my body already. I'll share why I've decided to switch things up a bit and what's the plan for the remaining 21 days. www.30DayFruitChallenge.com

Aug 10, 201741 min

PR61: #30DayFruitChallenge: What You Need To Know

If you're not aware of the healing power of fruit, I invite you to join the August #30DayFruitChallenge. Fruits have an amazing ability to detoxify and rehydrate the body and unlike any other food, fruits have the highest amount of antioxidant and astringent properties. People all over the world are healing their bodies and reversing illnesses and diseases on fruit diets. Fruits allows the body to remove obstructions, move waste and toxins and most importantly, repair and heal! There is certainl...

Aug 02, 201746 min

PR60: The Ugly Side of the Law of Attraction

Everyone loves to talk about what we perceive to be the "positive" benefits to the Law of Attraction. You know, attracting good and kind people, attracting more wealth and abundance or maybe even health. But what happens when what you attract goes against everything you believe you've been asking for? How does one attract chaos or challenging times/people in their lives? A better question to ask is, does this mean the principle of the Law of Attraction is flawed OR maybe just maybe what you've c...

Jul 13, 201740 min

PR59: Why Vegans Are Overweight and Sick

Well, well, well it looks as though we have some confusion about what veganism and true healing really is. While I do believe in and advocate a vegan based lifestyle we must understand that there are still other key components at play that affect the conditions of our body and its ability to function optimally and to heal. Meat or no meat, what you put in your body, what you absorb and what you properly eliminate should be the key factors we examine when assessing why one too many vegans find th...

Jun 15, 201753 min

PR58: The Power of One More Time

PR Episode 58: The Power of One More Time I've found the pursuit of health and wellness is just as much mental as it is physical. So how do you not only stay motivated in your pursuits but actually obtain what it is that you're after? What if I told you that the real juice lies in the foundation that you lay, your ability to tap into your divine greatness and your commitment to becoming your lifelong cheerleader. Is it easy? Maybe not, but I promise you if you can figure out how to execute the p...

Jun 07, 201734 min

PR57: Urine, Kidneys and Cleansing

This week we're talking pee ya'll! I know we all do it several times a day but it is an integral part of keeping us well. Interestingly enough I've been monitoring mines for the past few months and I am finally seeing some filtration happening!! I will share what that means and where I'll go from here. But more importantly I want you to know that when our glands and organs are functioning properly we have no reason to worry about our overall wellbeing. The body can heal itself!...

Jun 01, 201746 min

PR56: How Are Black Folks The Authority On God & Magic But Can’t Use Either To Heal Themselves?

Let me ask this question again. HOW are Black Folks the Authority on God & Magic But Can't Seem to Use Either to Heal Themselves? We need answers people and don't tell me it's prayer or some magic potion. Been there, done that. Time is up for the foolishness and the cognitive dissonance that prohibits us from logically looking at what we've been doing and believing and how it all measures up, results wise. As a whole, our minds and bodies are spiraling out of control with little sign of impr...

May 24, 201742 min

PR55: My 30 Day Experience on Raw Food Only

There are levels to your health journey and it's up to you to decide how far you are willing to go. However, if you're ready to open the door to healing, raw foods can open the gateway to truly repairing the body. So what happens when you eliminate all cooked foods and eat only raw fruit and vegetables for 30 days? While on this episode, I will share what my past 30 days have been like, remember, I have been cleansing for quite a while so if this is your first time on this rodeo you may experien...

May 18, 201749 min

PR54: Why Are We Dying at 40 & 50 Years of Age?

Since when did dying at 40 & 50 years of age become normal? Why are we fighting so hard to normalize fat and obesity when we see the results of more and more people dying from stroke and heart disease? Something has to give people. Better yet common sense has to begin to take charge so that your eyes will open to the fact that something has gone awry. The reality is this, if you don't do something different than those you see succumbing prematurely, you will likely suffer the same fate....

May 10, 201735 min

PR53: Burn Your Boats - The Key To Staying Consistent w/Your Health Goals

The most common question people ask is, how do I stay consistent with my health goals? The easy response would be to mention one of the buzzwords we seem to like so much such as dedication, commitment and willpower. But I believe the real answer goes a little deeper than that. There is one fundamental principle that, if adopted, can be a game changer in your quest to getting healthy. Three words ... Burn Your Boats!

May 03, 20171 hr 1 min

PR52: The State of Black Men’s Health: A Silent Epidemic? w/ Cochise Tarak-Saa

This week I'm speaking with The King of Inspirational Wellness, the good brother Cochise Tarak-Saa of www.thisiscochise.com about the State of Black Men's Health. While we often hear about Women's Health and Wellness needs, have we overlooked the silent epidemic facing black man who statistics show are living less than any other group, with 40% dying from cardiovascular disease and suicide being the third leading cause death? Episode Notes [02:15] Who is Cochise? [07:36 ] The turning point for C...

Apr 27, 20171 hr 41 min

PR51: #DearBlackWoman You Are Making Yourself Sick & Will Die Way Too Soon Because of It

Word on the street is that men are not qualified to speak on anything regarding the health or livelihood of women. That's all fine and dandy but since I am a women, I figured it's high time to discuss the deadly path we seem to be on as black women. There appears to be an ongoing "feminist" movement full of vitriol towards men, life and other women yet we lack the foresight to see or understand how, although well intended (by some), we are in fact contributing to the rapid decline of our own hea...

Apr 20, 201753 min

PR49: If Grandma And Nem Ate It Why Can’t I?

I know you've heard it, probably even said it, "If my grandma and nem ate all of the types of foods healthy folk want me to eliminate and they were just fine and lived long, why shouldn't I?". That's a valid argument, right? Or is it? Here's what we know: you are not your grandparents and your food now is different from their food then. If we're going to make comparisons based on the lifestyles of others, it might be wise to look at the whole picture, even the parts we can't "see"....

Apr 05, 201732 min

PR48: Dear Parent, You Are Responsible For Your Child’s Failing Health

Whether we want to own up to it or not, we, the parents are to blame for the declining health of our children. From before conception to the moment they are born we allow them to be bombarded with toxins and chemicals that affect not only their physical health but their mental wellbeing as well. If we truly care about breaking generational curses and leaving new legacies it would behoove us to act before it's too late.

Mar 29, 201751 min

PR47: Healthy But Not Well

We're on the decline people. Some of us are stuck on counting calories and macro/micro foolishness and others are stuck on getting the "right" numbers from our doctors. Meanwhile the most important aspect our our lives, wellness, goes unattended. Then before you know it, life is spinning out of control and you are seeking some substance or pill you to sustain. Newsflash, there is no true health without an intentional and constant pursuit of wellness.

Mar 22, 201748 min

PR46: A Scientific Perspective of Health w/Tanei Ricks

What does the science say? That's a question I hear often so I figured who better to have on than a budding scientist?! This week we find out the parallels between science and our approach to food and health from the good brother, Tanei Ricks, PhD student and soon to be Dr. Ricks from University of Tennessee-Knoxville.

Mar 16, 20171 hr 23 min

PR45: The V-Word That’s Hindering Your Health

I don't know how many times we have to drive home the point that what and how you THINK is more important than what you eat. Yes you read that right. I believe the stagnation in our health is all rooted in one little, or should I say big, word. The v-word.

Mar 08, 201733 min

PR44: Healthy vs Fit

When we see fit people get sick or suffer from illness what should be our takeaway? Does this mean that sickness is bound to affect us all no matter what or does it mean we should take a closer look at what being healthy really means? Let's talk about it.

Mar 01, 201747 min

PR43: The Difference Between Conventional & Alternative Medicine

Are doctors needed? For emergencies or trauma? Absolutely. But for preventative and maintenance care who is more likely to aid you in HEALING your body rather than just covering up the symptoms? Let's talk about the real differences between conventional and alternative medicine.

Feb 22, 201742 min

PR42: The Power of Small Wins

There is sheer magic in not only recognizing but honoring the power of small wins. Yes it's true you must believe it to see it but it is also true that sometimes seeing a win, even a small one, is what you need to convince yourself that you have what it takes to keep pushing.

Feb 15, 201752 min

PR41: The Missing Key - What You Must Have To Take Control of Your Health

There is one fundamental thing you must have in order to really take control of your health. It is what you need in order to think independently and stand boldly in your conviction to ask questions and make informed decisions for you and your family. Here's a hint, you can't get it from your doctor or anyone else.

Feb 08, 201742 min

PR40: How Long Does The Detox Process Actually Take?

Let's have an honest discussion about detoxing and how much time is really required in order to detox your body. I think you would be shocked to know how long I've been on my journey to restore my health. I'm a witness that nature has the answer, but she does take her time.

Feb 01, 201743 min

PR39: How To Save Your Sick Family & Friends

How do you really save your family and friends? Those you see suffering from illness and disease. It's a lot of simpler than you think and there's only one common denominator that you need to focus on. Let's talk about it.

Jan 25, 201729 min

PR38: The TRUTH About Cancer

Cancer is 1)preventable 2)healable 3)not a death sentence. The information is available and the proof is there, the question is when are you going to open your eyes to simply consider that maybe what you've been told all along has been a lie?

Jan 18, 201754 min
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